All Chapters of Once up on an Us: Chapter 41 - Chapter 50
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Old house
The morning after punching Alba, I made my way to the house I once lived in.It was difficult going back there. I must have driven past the house a total of seven times before finally parking.I just hope no one thought I'm some sort of pervert.I looked up at the imposing building.Even after fourteen years, it was still the same. The same red and white brick, four stories mansion, with French windows and hardwood floor.I pushed the door open. It made a creaking sound. A sign that no one had been there in for so long.I inhaled the musty air as I looked around. Memories from the past came flooding in, as if it all happened yesterday instead of years ago.I still didn’t know what to do with this place, not knowing if I should sell it or not.I sighed. I won't lie. I missed this place, yet at the same time, the memories were just too much to bear.I walked around, running my fingers along the old, dusty walls.I closed my eyes, remembering the laughter we used to have, the parties and
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Solitude
I was in the confides of my home, but I wouldn't call it solitary or peace, because this felt far from either. It was more like a prison of the mind, with me ghosting everyone, ignoring all my texts and calls.I was all cooped up in my loft for six days now, crying and feeling sorry for myself.I didn't eat or shower. I just lay on the sofa.I felt numb. It felt as if I was going insane, and with each passing day, it was pushing me more and more to calling my psychiatrist.I missed Nick more than anyone could ever imagine, but with all that was going on, I'm slowly giving up.It was obvious that he was too caught up with Alba. They were like magnets. Wherever he went, she was there to follow, and vice versa.Even though Nessa and the others tried to reassure me that whatever he had with Alba was in the past, it wasn't like that for either of them.Nick's memories were in the past, to him they were still together, and that delusional girl had him eating out of her palms.But they can s
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Mall anxiety
I avoid Nick's eyes as we sat across from each other.He didn't greet me; I didn’t greet him either or even tried to make conversation. We just sat there in awkward silence.I didn't even know why I was there, because after seeing him, I should have left.But yet here I sat at the table waiting for Christenna to come.Nick was smiling at his phone the entire time while I played with my chipped nails.I managed to catch a glimpse of who he was texting, and it was no other than Alba.Of course, I shouldn’t be surprised.I moved on to playing with the rubber band around my wrist, stretching it, then letting it snap against my skin. I did the action several times, ignoring the sting because my anxiety was rising.Nick must have realised, because he finally took his nose out of his phone to glance at me.By then, I was doing the same to my other wrist."Doesn't that hurt?" He pointed.I looked down at my now red and blistered skin. I slowly pulled my hands off the table, only to continue m
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A date?
I couldn't step through the door fast enough before I removed my clothes. I felt icky from a busy day of selling houses and going by the boutique to update the styles.A knock sounded on the front door, causing me to stop fondling with my earrings to see who it was.I paused to look down at my attire, thinking that my black spaghetti strap blouse and half zipped black skit will have to do.I opened the door, shocked to see Nick, leaning with one hand on the doorjamb."Hey," I let out in a daze.He was dressed in full black. Wearing a black long-sleeved shirt, a tight black pants, black shoes, and a single gold chain around his neck. Looking like the Nick I was used to."Hey," he smiled that heart-stopping smile I loved so much."Do you want to come in?""Sure."I stepped aside to let him pass me."What are you doing here?""I was wondering if you would like to go on a date wi- with me?" He said nervously."A date?""Yes, you know. Just two people going out.""Oh, ok, sure. Let me go t
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Bed warmer
I didn't know how it happened, but all I know was that Nick was on top of me, staring down at my naked form, while I watched him, assessing his next move."Nick." I said softly, coaxing him to carry on.His fingers brushed gently across my neck. I knew exactly what he was about to do, and I welcomed it.He lightly sent kisses from my neck to my jaw, and back again.He did this a few more times in a teasing manner, then trailed kisses from my breasts to my stomach, where he dipped his tongue in my naval.I gasped as the sensation sent me into a frenzy. I curled my toes, wanting to beg him to take me, but at the same time I didn't want to rush him.I wanted this moment to last for as long as it could. This was something I wanted and longed for.His lips brushed against my stomach once more as he moved lower. His teeth nipped at my inner thigh, receiving another gasp from me.And in his teasing state, he moved back up to my lips, where he kissed me gently, then bit my lower lip.He gave
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Disappearing act
After both of us calmed down and got over the awkwardness, Nick looked around."What do we normally do?""Work, if not, we talk. Go on dates, play games or just cuddle.""That's it?""It is much better than it sounds.""And you play video games?""Yes, you thought I got the gaming system for you, but really I got it for myself because one player games is just no fun."Nick laughed, "that's smart.""Are you going to stay?" I asked, not meeting his eyes."I meant it when I said I want to try, because as much as I try to pretend or act as if- I can't help but think that there is something about you. You are truly amazing and beautiful. I know that if anyone else was in your place, they would have given up already.""I don't want to give up on you so easily, no matter how badly I wanted to. I kept telling self that you will remember me and things will get back to how they were."Nick gave me a small smile."Even if I can't remember you, I would rather to be here."I shook my head, because
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Another party
I stood in my closet, thinking of what to wear, only to settle for a very short and sexy, backless wine red dress. It had a plunging neckline and a long split that went up to my hip.I left my hair down in curls, with only silver clips at the sides to keep it out of my face.I didn't bother to wear makeup, in wanting to show off my natural beauty.I left the house after putting on my chunky red heels to go in search of the perfect gift for Christenna.I soon found myself outside a jewellery store."Welcome." The man smiled at me.’’Hello, I am in a bit of a rush, but want a necklace and earrings that would make the perfect wedding gift.""Right this way."I followed behind him to a well lit area, where he went behind the counter."This set just arrived. It is the only timeless collection that we have from Solitaire. I know that these are a little more to it than you asked for, but it is the perfect example of elegance." He took out the set to show me.“The necklace comes in a layer of
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Another party 2
"Well, now that that is out of the way. Let's enjoy the party." Nick said."Oh, come on, Can't Reign stay here?" Christenna pouted."Sorry, but the two of us have some catching up to do."Christenna rolled her eyes. “You're just being selfish.""Don't worry Chrissy, we will have our girl time soon enough."Nick kissed my hand before pulling me away."Sorry about what my mother did. I did not know she would have done such a thing.""There is no need to apologise now that it's all cleared up.""I would never divorce you, and I meant it when I said that even if my memories don't come back, I would still be with you."I smiled up at Nick, now believing his words.I tipped up to kiss him."You like hot, by the way.""I know."Nick cupped my face with one hand and caressed my cheek."I am one lucky man to have someone as kind and caring as you in my life.""Nicky, can I speak with you for a minute, please?" Alba's annoying voice came.Nick turned to her, "sure, what do you want?""In privat
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A do over
When we got to the backyard, Christenna was smiling at us with a knowing look."I'll go get you something to drink." Nick said.I stood with Christenna as Johnathan talked about his upcoming Polo match."The good ole Polo Noir." I said."You play?" Johnathan asked."It's been a while, but back when I went to St Augustine, after the seventh Chukkers, the other team would call it quits.""Wow." Someone in the group said."I have several trophies, but you know.""We should do a little one on one sometime then.""If I'm not too busy.""What did I miss?" Nick asked, handing me a plate of fruits, while placing our drinks on the table."Your wife wants to challenge me to a Polo match." Johnathan smirked."Yeah, Reign told me that she is one of the twelve ten-goalers. I wouldn't recommend playing with her because you will get smoked.""That is impressive." Johnathan said.I stared up at Nick, wondering if he just realised that he remembered something.I popped a grape in my mouth, afraid to p
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Are you remembering?
Nick and I were basically inseparable a week after the party.He moved back in and we were sleeping in the same bed again.Making me think that this was it. The only thing left was for him to fully remember.When I walked into our workroom, I was shocked to see Nick sitting around his area with pencil in hand and nodding to the music being played.I went up behind him, throwing my arms around his neck."Hey there." I kissed his shoulder.He held onto my arms. ’’Hey.’’"What are you doing?""I thought that maybe coming in here would bring back some sort of memory, but I still don't understand a thing drawn on any of these papers.""It's fine. You don't need to rush yourself.""But that's the thing. I feel like I do. I what to remember so badly, because I hate that sad look on your face. I know you try to hide it, but it hurts me to know that you are feeling this way."I kissed his neck."Just don't push too much and if it makes you feel any better, I don’t understand anything on those
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